Nest Seekers Goes Big: Peek Inside an $11.95M French Chateau, and more
Since opening their doors in March, Nest Seekers has made a giant splash in the New Jersey market. Not only are they breaking records in Hudson County, but the company is now pushing its way northward into some of New Jersey’s most premier neighborhoods. We got an inside look at some of their trophy listings.
Could Holland’s Model for Dementia and Alzhiemer’s Care Find a Home in Jersey City?
A Dutch architect, Frank van Dillen came up with an amazing solution to care for dementia sufferers called De Hogeweyk, or Dementia Village. In effect, it is a small village, complete with streets, gardens, stores, restaurants, theaters, and more - all staffed by trained care professionals. Could this concept work in Jersey City?
City Council Vote Could Result in a New Restaurant Row in Jersey City
This week, City Council will vote on an ordinance that would facilitate the development of a brand new restaurant row on Jersey City’s West Side Avenue.
From Thirty Acres to One Step – The Interiors of Kitchen Step
By now you’ve heard about Kitchen Step – the former Thirty Acres spot that’s become a true neighborhood gem in Van Vorst Park. But you probably haven’t heard the story behind the name: why a piece of Portland marble was so significant in Jersey City in the 1800’s, and where Cory Checket found those insane Victoire Canopy Balloon Chairs in the window.
A New Development Proposal for 678-690 Grand Street, Bergen-Lafayette
Myneni and Sons, LLC has applied to build a mixed-use building at 678-690 Grand Street, stretching from Westervelt Place to Ivy Place. A legal notice from the Jersey City Zoning Board of Adjustment shows that the building proposal calls for a five-story, 60-unit structure.
Jersey City to Vote on New Parks Tax
Next month, Jersey City residents will vote on a new tax initiative intended to fund parks and historic preservation.
A Recently Completed Project Draws a Popular Downtown Restauranteur to Lafayette
A recently completed renovation project illustrates the changing tide in Lafayette. Featuring high-end rental units and two commercial spaces - one of which has drawn a popular downtown restauranteur to the area - the fully-restored building highlights Lafayette’s increasing popularity.
Planning Board OKs 136 Summit Ave, Largest New Project in Bergen Hill
After being tabled at a planning board meeting in September over community push back, the proposal for a new project at 136 Summit Avenue went back in front of the board on Tuesday. This time, it unanimously won approval.
4-Story Condo Project Approved at 415.5 Monmouth Street, Jersey City
A building in The Village neighborhood of Jersey City is slated to be demolished and replaced with a new development.
Jersey News: The Willful Neglect of NJ Transit, Say Goodbye to Cheap Gas, Explosive Street Art in Newark, More
Our weekly news roundup of New Jersey stories you may have missed. This week, the New York Times investigates the neglect of NJ Transit, 'Explosive street art’ coming to Newark, the end is near for cheap gas in New Jersey, and more.
